Competitive Analysis Engineer

Senior Systems Development Engineer

Design to Value Competitive Analysis Engineer

Our customers' system requirements are usually highly complex. Bringing together hardware and software systems design, Systems Development Engineering operates at the very cutting edge of technology to meet them. We design and develop electronic and electro-mechanical or systems-orientated products, conduct feasibility studies on engineering proposals and prepare installation, operation and maintenance specifications and instructions. We're proud to deliver programs and products to the highest quality standards, on time and within budget.

Join us to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact as a Senior Systems Development Engineer on our Systems Development Engineering Team in Austin, Texas.

What you'll achieve

At the heart of innovation lies a deep understanding of both customer needs and the competitive landscape. The Design to Value (DTV) team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, objective insights that drive strategic product and portfolio decisions.

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Competitive Analysis Engineer to join our team and help shape the future of our product designs. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting competitive evaluations across our portfolio and help improve current and next-generation designs.

You will:

• Support the DTV competitive analysis strategy and deliverables through product evaluations across the Client Solutions Group (CSG) portfolio
• Perform comprehensive product assessments, including user experience evaluations, hardware/software analysis, physical teardowns, system-level testing, and cost benchmarking
• Deliver detailed, data-driven reports and presentations that inform and influence product differentiation
• Collaborate closely with platform core team members to ensure strong cross-functional alignment and knowledge sharing
• Continuously refine and enhance our competitive analysis process to deliver actionable insights

Take the first step towards your dream career
Every Dell Technologies team member brings something unique to the table. Here's what we are looking for with this role:

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field; multidisciplinary engineering background preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in high-tech consumer electronics industry
• Proven hands-on experience with the assembly and disassembly of computers or electronic devices
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Desirable Requirements

• Familiarity with Design to Value (DTV) or Design to Cost (DTC) methodologies
• Ability to assess situations objectively and influence stakeholders through clear, persuasive communication

Compensation

Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this position is $127,000 - $165,000.

Benefits and Perks of working at Dell Technologies

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Who we are

We believe that each of us has the power to make an impact. That's why we put our team members at the center of everything we do. If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your career with some of the best minds and most advanced tech in the industry, we're looking for you.

Dell Technologies is a unique family of businesses that helps individuals and organizations transform how they work, live and play. Join us to build a future that works for everyone because Progress Takes All of Us.

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